What is parainfluenza (paraflu)? Symptoms and how it differs from flu
What parainfluenza (paraflu) is, its symptoms, how it differs from flu, COVID-19, and RSV, how long it lasts, and when to see a GP in Australia.
Why won't my cough go away? Persistent cough explained
Most coughs settle within 2 to 4 weeks. Why a cough lingers, the common causes, red flags to watch for, and when to see a GP about it.
Can a medical certificate be backdated in Australia?
A medical certificate cannot be backdated on request. How dates actually work, when a GP can certify an earlier period, and what makes a certificate valid.
eScripts in Australia: how electronic prescriptions work
An eScript is a digital prescription sent to your phone as a token you show at almost any pharmacy. How they work, repeats, and the Active Script List.
Gastro vs food poisoning: how to tell the difference
Gastro and food poisoning cause similar symptoms. How to tell them apart, how long each lasts, when to see a GP, and how long you stay contagious.
Medical certificate rules in Australia: when you need one
When you need a medical certificate, the rules for one day of sick leave, and whether you can get one without seeing a doctor in person.
Same-day online doctor in Australia: how to be seen today
See an Australian GP today by telehealth. What same-day access really means, how quickly NewDoc patients are seen, and how bulk billing works.
STI testing in Australia: where to get tested and what it costs
With a GP referral, standard STI pathology is bulk billed, $0 for eligible Medicare cardholders. Where to get tested, when, and what a screen covers.
Are online medical certificates legit in Australia?
Yes, when an AHPRA-registered practitioner issues one after a genuine consultation. What makes a certificate valid and what employers can ask.
Can I get the contraceptive pill online in Australia?
Yes, an Australian GP can prescribe the contraceptive pill via telehealth. Here's what's involved, what checks are needed, and how bulk billing works.
How does a telehealth appointment work?
A telehealth appointment is a video or phone GP consultation. Here's the step-by-step: booking, what to have ready, the visit itself, and what you get.
Get a mental health care plan via telehealth
Yes, a bulk billed telehealth GP can author a mental health care plan for Medicare-subsidised psychology sessions. Here's how it works and who is eligible.
Can I get a specialist referral via telehealth?
Yes, a telehealth GP can write specialist and allied-health referrals. Here's how it works, what's covered, and how the Medicare rebate applies.
Can I get a UTI treated via telehealth in Australia?
Yes, a bulk billed telehealth GP can assess and treat uncomplicated UTIs. Here's what's involved, when you need to be seen in person, and how it works.
Can I get antidepressants over telehealth in Australia?
A telehealth GP can assess mental health, start or renew antidepressants, and create a Mental Health Treatment Plan. Bulk billed for eligible patients.
Can a telehealth GP treat a sore throat?
A telehealth GP can assess a sore throat, prescribe antibiotics when needed, and issue a medical certificate. Bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients.
Is telehealth free in Australia?
Telehealth is free for eligible Medicare patients when the GP bulk bills. Here's what's included, who is eligible, and what to check before booking.
What can a telehealth doctor do? Bulk billed services
Wondering what a telehealth GP can actually help with? Here's a full breakdown of the services available via video or phone consultation in Australia.
How to get a medical certificate online in Australia
Need a sick note for work or uni? How to get a legitimate medical certificate online via bulk billed telehealth, and what employers must accept.
Can you get antibiotics online in Australia?
Find out how to get antibiotics online in Australia via telehealth, which infections can be treated, and when pharmacist prescribing may be an option.
Is Telehealth Bulk Billed in Australia? (Yes, if Eligible)
Telehealth is bulk billed in Australia for eligible Medicare patients, but only some providers offer it. Who bulk bills, what is covered, how to qualify.
Can a telehealth doctor write a prescription in Australia?
Find out what medications a telehealth GP can prescribe in Australia, what cannot be prescribed online, and how eScripts work.
How Much Does Telehealth Cost in Australia? ($0–$70, 2026)
Telehealth consults in Australia range from $0 if you're eligible for bulk billing to ~$70 private. Compare 7 major providers and how to qualify.
How to get a repeat prescription online in Australia
A step-by-step guide to getting your repeat scripts via telehealth. Learn what medications can be prescribed online, how eScripts work, and how to get started.